P03 Justification for Skidmore Vacuum Pumps_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Single Source Awards for the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically for the Brooklyn VA Medical Center. The procurement involves purchasing two (2) brand-name Skidmore Vacuum Pumps to replace existing end-of-life units for the facility's primary heating system perimeter. The estimated amount is under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold ($250K), with a critical need to maintain continuous patient and employee care.

Market research conducted using various NAICS codes and keywords yielded zero results for alternative vendors, confirming Skidmore as the sole acceptable brand. The unique system characteristics require specific Skidmore pumps, as changing brands would necessitate extensive modifications to existing controls, piping, and wiring, potentially causing unacceptable delays in patient care. The Contracting Officer posted a sources sought notice on SAM.gov from 3/17/2025 to 3/21/2025, receiving two vendor responses, with the effective date of the acquisition set for 11/15/2024 under Acquisition ID 36C242-25-AP-1581.